2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Hyundai i20

To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volvo V50 2010 Hyundai i20
Make Volvo Hyundai
Model V50 i20
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 17:01
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 190 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 16 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2525 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 4.2 L/100km